Carlos Pena
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Carlos Pena
Carlos Felipe Peñais a Dominican–American former professional baseball first baseman. He played in Major League Baseballfor the Texas Rangers, Oakland Athletics, Detroit Tigers, Boston Red Sox, Tampa Bay Devil Rays/Rays, Chicago Cubs, Houston Astros and Kansas City Royals...
ProfessionBaseball Player
Date of Birth17 May 1978
summer kissing first-kiss
I was 13 and at summer camp when I had my first kiss.
enjoying enjoyment teammates thinking whatever
I'm not thinking about that. Whatever happens, happens. I'm enjoying my teammates and enjoying my team.
fun cheerleading goal
Here's the thing, back in the day, a lot of guys would make fun of me, that I would sing and dance, that I was a cheerleader. But I kept my head on straight. I had goals.
soccer growing-up dad
Growing up with my dad, whenever I wanted to try something, he would let me try it but he wouldn't let me give up on it. If soccer was too tough and I said, 'I'm going to quit,' he'd be like, 'No, you're going to try everything and keep going at it'.
teacher drama inspire
I had one drama teacher who was amazing, Ms. Perkins. She really tried to inspire me and get me going.